SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
| SQUEEZE |
| TO ADJUST |
LOWER HANDLE | |
MOUNTING PIN | |
HANDLE | HAIRPIN |
BRACKET | COTTER |
FIG. 17
MOWING | MOWING |
POSITION | POSITION |
HAIRPIN |
|
COTTER | HANDLE |
| |
MOUNTING | BRACKET |
PIN |
|
LOW POSITION | HIGH POSITION |
FIG. 18
LOWER
HANDLE
ROTATE
FIG. 19
ENGINE
ENGINE SPEED
Your engine speed has been factory set. Do not attempt to increase engine speed or it may result in personal injury. If you believe that the engine is running too fast or too slow, take your lawn mower to an authorized service center for repair and adjustment.
CARBURETOR
Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your lawn mower to an authorized service center for repair and/or adjustment.
IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS. IF YOU THINK THE
STORAGE
Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more.
LAWN MOWER
When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area.
1.Clean entire lawn mower (See “CLEANING” in the Maintenance section of this manual).
2.Lubricate as shown in Maintenance section of this manual.
3.Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws, and pins are se-
curely fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage and wear. Replace if necessary.
4.Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand lightly before painting.
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